Senior Procurement Buyer - Gauteng

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; CAD 85,850 - 128,775; Full time

Job summary

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd in Gauteng seeks a highly driven and experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands‑on individual who can drive cost savings, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will oversee end‑to‑end procurement, negotiate contracts, build supplier relationships, manage store operations and lead MRP activities to optimize stock levels.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience in procurement and stores management.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
• Experience in industrial and manufacturing environments preferred.
• Engineering background or qualifications is a big plus.
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage.
• Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with Fraxion and Accpac is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all procurement activities within the region, including end‑to‑end procurement processes.
• Negotiate pricing, rates and contracts, achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking.
• Build, maintain and strengthen supplier relationships and source new suppliers.
• Oversee all store operations including receiving, issuing and stock control.
• Oversee purchase order processing and stock item management; manage daily MRP activities.
• Conduct and manage cycle counts, weekly and bi‑weekly stock takes.
• Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel.
• Achieve national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost management

Analytical thinking

Planning

Organisational skills

Decision-making

Education

Diploma or degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Fraxion

Accpac

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations in Gauteng. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands‑on individual who can drive cost savings, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

Position Requirements

• Oversee all procurement activities within the region, including end‑to‑end procurement processes. Negotiate pricing, rates and contracts, achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking, and continuously improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
• Build, maintain and strengthen supplier relationships. Source new suppliers to improve competitiveness, monitor SLA performance and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality, cost and delivery.
• Oversee all store operations including receiving, issuing and stock control. Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy and system integrity. Manage and support stores personnel.
• Oversee purchase order processing and stock item management. Manage daily MRP activities to ensure optimal stock levels, ensure timely replenishment, resolve delays and expedite outstanding orders.
• Conduct and manage cycle counts, weekly and bi‑weekly stock takes. Analyse, report and communicate results to management, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across procurement and stores.
• Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel under the guidance of the National Procurement Manager.
• Achieve national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost‑reduction programmes and continuous identification of value improvement opportunities across the business.

Qualifying Experience

• Diploma or degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience in procurement and stores management.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
• Experience in industrial and manufacturing environments preferred.
• Engineering background or qualifications is a big plus.
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage.
• Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with Fraxion and Accpac is advantageous.

Qualifying Attributes

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong planning, coordination and organisational skills.
• Assertiveness and decision‑making capability.